Lesson 34

Have you felt closer to God since you began studying the Bible? Would you like to continue to strengthen your friendship with him? If so, remember that the more Jehovah sees your love for him grow, the more he will love and care for you. How can you show him that you love him?

We show our love for Jehovah by obeying him.

Read 1 John 5.3: For this is what the love of God means, that we observe his commandments; and yet his commandments are not burdensome,

He does not force anyone to obey him. Instead, he gives each of us the opportunity to choose whether we will obey him or not. Why? Jehovah wants us to be “obedient from the heart.” (Romans 6:17)

In other words, he wants you to obey him, not because you have to, but because you love him. Sections 3 and 4 of this book are designed to help you show your love for Jehovah by doing what pleases him and avoiding what displeases him.

“Many are the hardships of the righteous one.” (Psalm 34:19)

We all struggle with our own imperfections. And we may also face economic problems, injustice, and other difficulties. When we experience hardships, we may not find it easy to do what Jehovah asks of us. That is because the wrong path may be easier to follow. But when you faithfully do what Jehovah tells you to, you show that you love him more than anything else. And you prove that you are loyal to him. In turn, he will be loyal to you. He will never leave you.

Read Psalm 4.3: Know that Jehovah will treat his loyal one in a special way; Jehovah will hear when I call to him.

Examine why your obedience matters to Jehovah, and learn what can help you remain faithful to him.

According to the Bible book of Job, Satan made an accusation not just against the man Job but against all people who want to serve Jehovah.

Read Job 1.1: There was a man in the land of Uz whose name was Job. He was an upright man of integrity; he feared God and shunned what was bad.

Read Job 1.6-2.10: Now the day came when the sons of the true God entered to take their station before Jehovah, and Satan also entered among them. Then Jehovah said to Satan: “Where have you come from?” Satan answered Jehovah: “From roving about on the earth and from walking about in it.” And Jehovah said to Satan: “Have you taken note of my servant Job? There is no one like him on the earth. He is an upright man of integrity, fearing God and shunning what is bad.” At that Satan answered Jehovah: “Is it for nothing that Job has feared God? Have you not put up a protective hedge around him and his house and everything he has? You have blessed the work of his hands, and his livestock has spread out in the land. But, for a change, stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your very face.” Then Jehovah said to Satan: “Look! Everything that he has is in your hand. Only do not lay your hand on the man himself!” So Satan went out from the presence of Jehovah. Now on the day when his sons and daughters were eating and drinking wine in their oldest brother’s house, a messenger came to Job and said: “The cattle were plowing and the donkeys were grazing beside them when the Sabeans attacked and took them, and they killed the servants with the sword. I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” While he was still speaking, another one came and said: “Fire from God fell from the heavens and blazed among the sheep and the servants and consumed them! I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” While he was still speaking, another one came and said: “The Chaldeans formed three bands and made a raid on the camels and took them, and they killed the servants with the sword. I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” While he was still speaking, yet another one came and said: “Your sons and your daughters were eating and drinking wine in their oldest brother’s house. Suddenly a great wind came from the wilderness, and it struck the four corners of the house, so that it fell on the young people and they were killed. I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” At that Job got up and ripped apart his garment and cut the hair off his head; then he fell to the ground and bowed down and said: “Naked I came out of my mother’s womb, And naked I will return. Jehovah has given, and Jehovah has taken away. Let the name of Jehovah continue to be praised.” In all of this, Job did not sin or accuse God of doing anything wrong. Afterward the day came when the sons of the true God entered to take their station before Jehovah, and Satan also entered among them to take his station before Jehovah. Then Jehovah said to Satan: “Where have you come from?” Satan answered Jehovah: “From roving about on the earth and from walking about in it.” And Jehovah said to Satan: “Have you taken note of my servant Job? There is no one like him on the earth. He is an upright man of integrity, fearing God and shunning what is bad. He is still holding firmly to his integrity, even though you try to incite me against him to destroy him for no reason.” But Satan answered Jehovah: “Skin for skin. A man will give everything that he has for his life. But, for a change, stretch out your hand and strike his bone and flesh, and he will surely curse you to your very face.” Then Jehovah said to Satan: “Look! He is in your hand! Only do not take his life!” So Satan went out from the presence of Jehovah and struck Job with painful boils from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head. And Job took a piece of broken pottery to scrape himself, and he was sitting among the ashes. Finally his wife said to him: “Are you still holding firmly to your integrity? Curse God and die!” But he said to her: “You are talking like one of the senseless women. Should we accept only what is good from the true God and not accept also what is bad?” In all of this, Job did not sin with his lips.

Discuss these questions:

According to Satan, why did Job obey Jehovah?—See Job 1:9-11.

What does Satan claim about all humans, including you?—See Job 2:4.

Read Job 27.5b: Until I die, I will not renounce my integrity!

Discuss this question:

How did Job prove that he truly loved Jehovah?

Read Proverbs 27.11: Be wise, my son, and make my heart rejoice, So that I can make a reply to him who taunts me.

Discuss these questions:

How does Jehovah feel when you are wise and obey him? Why?

Our love for Jehovah moves us to tell others about him. Our loyalty to him moves us to do so even when it is not easy. Play the VIDEO, and then discuss the questions that follow.

Do you ever find it difficult to tell others about Jehovah?

In the video, what helped Grayson overcome his fear?

It is easier to be loyal to Jehovah when we love what he loves and hate what he hates.

Read Psalm 97.10: O you who love Jehovah, hate what is bad. He is guarding the lives of his loyal ones; He rescues them from the hand of the wicked.

Discuss these questions:

Based on what you have learned, what are some things that Jehovah loves? What are some things that he hates?

How can you learn to love what is good and hate what is bad?

Obeying Jehovah is always best.

Read Isaiah 48.17, 18: This is what Jehovah says, your Repurchaser, the Holy One of Israel: “I, Jehovah, am your God, The One teaching you to benefit yourself, The One guiding you in the way you should walk. If only you would pay attention to my commandments! Then your peace would become just like a river And your righteousness like the waves of the sea.

Discuss these questions:

Do you think we can trust that Jehovah always knows what is best for us? Why?

How has your study of the Bible and the true God, Jehovah, benefited you so far?

What scripture could you use to show that our actions affect Jehovah’s feelings?

You can demonstrate your love for Jehovah by obeying him and remaining loyal to him despite challenges.

What did you learn from Job’s example?

How will you prove your love for Jehovah?

What will help you remain loyal to Jehovah?

Lesson completed on:

Memorize what Proverbs 27:11 says, and think of it when you find it difficult to obey Jehovah.
Proverbs 27:11: Be wise, my son, and make my heart rejoice, So that I can make a reply to him who taunts me.

Other: Memorizing Bible scriptures is vital for blind individuals to defend the truth using the Bible, build faith, provide comfort during difficult times, and keep God’s principles firm in heart and mind.

From lesson 34, memorize Psalm 4:3: Know that Jehovah will treat his loyal one in a special way; Jehovah will hear when I call to him.

1. Discover how you can be loyal to Jehovah and the congregation.

“With Someone Loyal You Act in Loyalty” (16:49) Open explore 1 in new page

2. Learn more about Satan’s accusations against humans.

“Job Keeps His Integrity” (The Bible—What Is Its Message? section 6) Open explore 2 in new page

3. Consider how even young ones can show their love for Jehovah.

Make Jehovah Happy (8:16) Open explore 3 in new page

4. How can a young person who faces pressure from other youths stay loyal to God?

Stand Up to Peer Pressure! (3:59) Open explore 4 in new page